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February 25, 2014

Fashion Club has partnered with Caché, the only national specialty store offering prom dresses and accessories, on our exclusive prom trends blog series. Here's what Caché has to say about prom makeup:

You’ve found the perfect gown, splurged on those kitten heels you’ve had your eye on, and your favorite clutch goes with everything. But there’s a girl behind that outfit, and she should be seen. That’s where great makeup comes in.

Heavy eyeliner and a bright red lipstick make an impression, definitely. But getting done up right requires a little more savvy. To be fabulous from head to toe consider these makeup guidelines:

If your dress is simple, it’s fun to create drama with contrasting eye shadows and different shades of lip color. Don’t be shy, either—glitter and bright shades are your best friends when it comes to livening up a classic look.

If your dress does the talking with eye-catching embellishment or prints, keep cool up top with nudes and light shades to balance out the busy. Subtle shimmers with just a pop of lip color can work great too.

Experiment with something new. Makeup can totally transform a face so why not surprise everyone who thinks they know you by picking a lip color beyond your personal norm. Or by lining your eyes inside and out if you usually just do the top lid.

Beware of makeup stains on your prized possession. Though it’s tempting to put on your gown as soon as you’re out of the bath, it’s always best to “put on your face” first and carefully slip your dress on after. Don’t compromise your glow by showing up at the event with tinted foundation on your bodice!

One last thing: Remember that clutch we mentioned? Make sure you’ve got your lipstick in it when you leave for the event. And whatever other makeup essentials apply. Get it? Apply. Sorry, sometimes we just can’t help ourselves.

Caché has partnered with schools for over a decade, hosting fashion shows and special events. They're experts at what they call "the event before the event," and take pride in matching young women with perfect prom looks for the big night. Enter the Fairy Godmother Contest for your chance at a $750 prom shopping spree at Caché. And for your chance to win a $4,500 scholarship to attend FIDM, enter the Caché Prom Scholarship Contest!

February 20, 2014

Let Fashion Club be your Fairy Godmother this prom. Enter our contest for your chance to win a $750 prom shopping spree at Caché and a private consultation with a Caché stylist! To sweeten the deal, Fashion Club is throwing in a $100 VISA Gift Card for prom shoes.

February 19, 2014

Fashion Club has partnered with Caché, the only national specialty store offering prom dresses and accessories, on our exclusive prom trends blog series. Here's what Caché has to say about how to pick the perfect prom gown:

With so many terrific styles and a dazzling spectrum of colors to choose from, picking out a gown for prom can be tough going for even the most seasoned fashionista. Lucky for you, we know a thing or two about pairing beautiful young women with gorgeous dresses. Read on for our Fairy Godmother dress-picking secrets.

Before you spirit that sequined wonder off to the dressing room, take a look at yourself in the mirror. Identify your body type and consider what you may want to draw attention to or away from. Broad shoulders? Try a halter neck. Full hips? Cinch the waist and go with a full skirt. Long legs? Show them off!

Think about your skin tone and hair and eye color when choosing between ravishing reds and pastel blues. Don’t rule out the edgier metallics—rose gold and bronze can look stunning. And remember that flirty floral can feel just as right as fancy black and white.

So you’re probably not going to be wearing Valentino, but a budget doesn’t have to mean your dress looks cheap. Check out what your favorite celebrities are wearing on the red carpet, then look for similar styles that suit your wallet.

It takes glamour guts to make a bold statement, but at least consider some of this year’s more daring prom styles—you’ll less likely to turn up on the big night wearing the same gown as your best friend.

A strapless lilac chiffon number might turn heads in summer, but will turn you into a shivering mess on a cold night. So think about the season and the weather.

Your girlfriends think you look amazing, so who cares if the dress you’re leaning toward is a half-size too small? Close your eyes and take a deep breath. You can’t, can you? If you can’t breathe, you’re going to be uncomfortable, and it will be written across your face. Remember, there’s no rule that says you have to suffer. True glamour comes from confidence.

The bottom line—when picking a dress, listen to your heart but don’t forget to use your head. Keep our tips in mind and make the shopping an enjoyable adventure. It’s your prom, and you’re going to look beautiful.

Caché has partnered with schools for over a decade, hosting fashion shows and special events. They're experts at what they call "the event before the event," and take pride in matching young women with perfect prom looks for the big night. Enter the Fairy Godmother Contest for your chance at a $750 prom shopping spree at Caché. And for your chance to win a $4,500 scholarship to attend FIDM, enter the Caché Prom Scholarship Contest!

February 18, 2014

Win one of two $4,500 scholarships to attend FIDM in our new prom contest sponsored by Caché.

To be entered to win, simply fill out the prom contest entry form on FashionClub.com, write an essay about prom fashion trends and why you deserve to win a scholarship, and create a Pinterest board around your dream career.

February 10, 2014

Our Twitter and Instagram feeds were buzzing on Saturday with snaps and tweets about Monique Lhuiller's Fall 2014 collection. The FIDM Alumna unveiled a collection that was of course pretty (no one does lovely like Lhuillier), but there were also touches of drama and edge. Here, the gorgeous gowns and red carpet looks we'll for sure see on Hollywood's hottest. --Angel